Healthy Island Project works independently or in partnership with local organizations and individuals to develop and launch community projects to improve the broad health of the community.

HIP’s mission is admittedly broad, and our current programs reflect the range and variety of healthy life needs and issues on our island. Click on the name of the program below or on the buttons to the left to learn more.

A group of senior men and women who come together for socializing and activities. The group meets at Deer Run Apartments in Deer Isle, in the Dining Hall from 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm, the first and third Thursday of each month. New members are always welcome!

Island Workshop Day, held the first Saturday in May, is a partnership between HIP and Haystack Mountain School of Crafts. Workshops are held at Haystack’s campus and are open to residents of Deer Isle, Stonington and the Blue Hill Peninsula. The purpose of the event is to foster community and the creative spirit.

Move It to Lose It is a ten month healthy lifestyle program that covers nutrition, fitness, healthy eating and many other components to lead a healthy life. Meets during the months of January – June. Registration is required.

Move It to Lose It is supported by the Community of Christ Church, The Island Medical Center Board of Directors, and Healthy Island Project.

Queen’s Closet

A program started by Cathy Boyce, Angelina Lucas and Whitney Eaton, that provides new and barely used dress clothing and accessories to men, women and children free of charge. Queen’s Closet is across the street from Burnt Cove Market. Open 2:30-4:30 pm Tuesdays. Other times by appointment.

The Director of Healthy Island Project is Anne Douglass. After teaching for 34 years (16 years at Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School), Anne has been HIP’s part-time director since June 2013. Office hours are somewhat random and the best way to get in touch with her is email: healthyislandproject@gmail.com.